Along the African coast lies the world’s only coastal desert: the Namib Sand Sea. The ecological marvel, which spans 7,605,162 acres, encompasses shifting, mountainous dunes bathed in low-hanging fog.

Barking geckos use loud barks to warn rivals, attract mates, and scare predators Small, clawed lizards thrive in southern African desert burrows. Each bark has a unique meaning, showing complex social ...

As the late afternoon sun of southern Namibia faded into the early evening light, a “stout” creature emerged from its burrow and began “barking” in hopes of attracting a mate. The distinctive sound ...